Pre-Sales Engineers help organizations connect customer needs with technical solutions. Working alongside sales teams, they explain products, demonstrate capabilities, answer technical questions, and help prospective customers understand how a solution can address their challenges. Explore vetted Pre-Sales Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by company and product, but often include leading product demonstrations, gathering technical requirements, developing solution proposals, responding to requests for information or proposals, and supporting proof-of-concept projects. Pre-Sales Engineers may also collaborate with product, engineering, implementation, and customer success teams to ensure proposed solutions are practical and aligned with customer goals.
Successful candidates typically combine technical knowledge with clear communication and customer-facing skills. Employers may seek experience with relevant software, cloud platforms, infrastructure, or industry-specific tools, along with the ability to present complex ideas to varied audiences. Listening, analytical problem-solving, collaboration, and an understanding of the sales process can also be valuable.
Pre-Sales Engineers work across industries, especially in technology and business-to-business companies. Depending on the organization, similar roles may be listed as Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, Solutions Consultant, or Technical Pre-Sales Consultant. Career progression can include senior or principal individual-contributor roles, team leadership, or broader positions in sales, solutions architecture, and product strategy.
Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, responsibilities, and location details to identify Pre-Sales Engineer roles that fit your expertise and career goals. Compensation and qualifications vary by employer and position.
Technical Sales Engineer - North Central US
$110K - $145K *
Join a team that drives design wins and supports innovative OEM applications, combining technical expertise and sales acumen to enhance customer relationships and grow business in designated territori...
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Technical Sales Engineer - North Central US
$110K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team to drive business growth and provide technical leadership while building strong relationships with OEM customers in various markets, supporting innovative product development, and...
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$130K - $192K *
Join a team that's implementing robust security controls across multiple brands, safeguarding employees and enhancing productivity through automation and secure practices. Collaborate globally while l...
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Senior Account Executive - Cybersecurity
$90K - $110K *
Lead strategic sales initiatives to drive growth in public safety software, building relationships with key decision-makers across government agencies and K-12 districts. Excel in a dynamic environmen...
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Staff Engineer, System Test Network (R6030)
$144K - $216K *
Engage with us to design, build, and sustain innovative network solutions for HIL projects. Leverage your network engineering skills and software development expertise in multifaceted environments whi...
4 weeks ago
Principal Engineer -Cyber Security
$50K - $175K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by providing expert architectural leadership, integrating advanced security measures for complex enterprise systems, and advising on risk management across critical a...
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Senior Account Manager, Hybrid
$80K - $90K *
Engage with prestigious clients to drive impactful digital campaigns, leveraging media buying expertise. Lead strategic account relationships, manage budgets, and inspire teams to exceed client goals...
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Sr Staff Network Engineer (R6158)
$190K - $290K *
Champion the design and evolution of secure, scalable network architectures across diverse environments, ensuring robust connectivity and integration while leading complex deployments and collaboratin...
2 weeks ago
Systems Engineer I - Integration & Test- Onsite
$57K - $108K *
Join us to shape the future of missile defense technologies by planning and executing complex integration and verification tests. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, leveraging your engineering skil...
2 weeks ago
$165K - $183K *
Transform the future of government technology by leading the development of our AI assistant platform. Collaborate with customers, drive product vision, and deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced e...
3 weeks ago
Systems Engineer - Requirements
$82K - $172K *
Elevate your career by leading engineering teams on complex projects, ensuring high-quality system designs and timely execution while collaborating with senior leadership and maintaining strong client...
2 days ago
$80K - $150K *
We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Systems Engineer who excels in high-pressure environments and is passionate about technology, client success, and team development...
2 weeks ago
Applications Engineer Asc - E1
$58K - $108K *
Transform production systems by integrating advanced manufacturing technologies, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation throughout the...
1 week ago
Account Executive - Enterprise SaaS | Workday, SAP & Coupa
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales within the Workday, SAP, or Coupa ecosystems. Leverage your relationships and expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, engage C-suite executives, and a...
6 days ago
Senior Business Systems Engineer - Product & Engineering Platforms
$120K - $145K *
Drive the evolution of product and engineering systems by managing platforms like Jira and Aha!. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows, integrations, and reporting, ensuring tools align...
4 weeks ago
Technical Sales Engineer - North Central US
$110K - $145K *
Empower your career by driving design wins and supporting OEM applications. Collaborate with engineers and internal teams to expand customer relations and deliver exceptional technical leadership with...
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Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)
$86K - $165K *
Optimize project execution by coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve milestones in aerospace engineering, focusing on gas turbine technologies for commercial and military applications. Drive p...
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Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)
$86K - $165K *
Shape the future of aerospace engineering by leading cross-functional projects that enhance commercial and military gas turbine technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely execution...
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Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)
$86K - $165K *
Drive project success by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines, budgets, and risks for advanced gas turbine engine initiatives. Leverage engineering expertise to ensure alignment...
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Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)
$86K - $165K *
Contribute to advanced aerospace propulsion systems by leading cross-functional engineering projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring successful program outcomes through effective...
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Strategic Account Executive, Federal
$110K - $130K *
Engage in driving federal revenue growth by building relationships and managing procurement cycles. Collaborate across teams to execute strategic initiatives and demonstrate innovative solutions, cont...
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$90K - $110K *
Transform quality processes by managing compliance and continuous improvement within a dynamic Quality Management System, leading audits, and fostering a quality culture across teams...
1 month ago
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...
2 weeks ago
Systems Engineer - Hardware Programs
$100K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading the transition of advanced RF hardware from prototype to production. Drive schedules, manage suppliers, and mitigate risks to ensure successful program execution while coll...
3 weeks ago
Sales Development Representative (SDR)
$120K - $150K *
Build and manage a high-impact sales pipeline for a leading AI firm. Engage with top-tier clients, drive outreach strategies, refine processes, and contribute to developing a defining sales playbook w...
3 weeks ago
What is a Pre-Sales Engineer?
A Pre-Sales Engineer is a customer-facing technical professional who supports the sales process by understanding customer requirements and explaining how a product or service can meet them.
What does a Pre-Sales Engineer do?
Common duties include delivering product demonstrations, answering technical questions, assessing requirements, preparing solution proposals, and collaborating with sales and technical teams.
What skills are useful for Pre-Sales Engineer jobs?
Employers often value technical expertise relevant to their products, presentation and communication skills, analytical problem-solving, customer engagement, and the ability to work across teams.
Are Pre-Sales Engineer jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?
Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and Pre-Sales Engineer opportunities may be available at that level. Pay depends on the employer, role, location, and candidate experience.
What titles are similar to Pre-Sales Engineer?
Related titles can include Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, Solutions Consultant, and Technical Pre-Sales Consultant. Responsibilities and naming conventions differ by company.